Literature Officer

Are you passionate about supporting Scotland’s vibrant literature sector? Creative Scotland is looking for a part-time  Literature Officer to join our team and support the delivery of our work in Literature and Publishing as outlined in our Strategic and Annual Plans.  

Key Responsibilities: 

• Assess and provide recommendations on funding applications and specialist literature projects. 

• Lead and support a range of projects across literature and publishing programmes. 

• Engage and collaborate with cultural organisations and key stakeholders to enhance our work in Literature and Publishing. 

• Represent Creative Scotland in stakeholder and public forums. 

• Develop partnerships locally and internationally to advance Scotland’s literature sector. 

 
What We’re Looking For: 

Our ideal candidate will have: 

• Demonstrable in-depth knowledge of Scotland’s literature and publishing sectors. 

• Experience in literature, with a background in working with diverse writers and literature professionals. 

• Desirable: Knowledge of Gaelic and Scots language in the creative context. 

• Strong skills in administration, project management, and resource management. 

• Proven ability to assess proposals and produce clear, detailed reports and recommendations. 

• Understanding of Scotland’s creative industries, specifically within Literature and Publishing. 

• Exceptional interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with internal and external partners. 

• Desirable: Experience with evaluation and monitoring processes and a commitment to Creative Scotland’s core values. 

• The ability to quickly get up to speed, take on responsibilities, and make an immediate contribution in this fixed-term role. 

Salary:  £36,953 pro rata plus pension and benefits 

Grade:  C 

Contract:  Fixed-Term (12 months), Part-Time

Hours:  21 hours per week over 3 days 
 
Location:   Further opportunities to discuss working arrangements, for example hybrid/home working will be offered. The role will be based in our Edinburgh  office.

Application Deadline:  Sunday 5 July 2026 at 23:00 

Interview Dates: Will be held in person in our Edinburgh Office on Wednesday 15 July 2026 so all applicants selected for interview must be available on this date. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. 

Creative Scotland values diversity and inclusivity and is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. Flexible and homeworking options are available. 

If you need the application form in another format, please email recruitment@creativescotland.com. 

Join us to make a meaningful impact on Scotland’s vibrant literary landscape!